The market is not over: how many bargains among the zero parameters
The summer soccer market, at least in Italy, has officially closed its doors but, beware, there are many bargains still on the table. Let’s talk about the luxury free agents. Never, as this time, is the list long and prestigious.
Let’s start with a class of 1990 well known in Italy, that is, Miralem Pjanic. The former, among others, of Roma and Juventus, played last season at CSKA Moscow but, should the right call come, he would come running back to Serie A. The same goes for Jack Bonaventura. After his adventure in Saudi Arabia (all’Al-Shabab), the 35-year-old midfielder is eager to return to Italy. Expect a call from some Serie A club.
For those looking for talent, watch out for the name of Hakim Ziyech. At 32 years old, he is still a player, if in proper physical condition, capable of making a difference on the pitch. Bologna has thought about it but has not insisted. Who knows if someone will try for Rafinha, formerly of Barcelona, seen in Italy with the Inter shirt (2018). Class of 1993, he is currently without a contract.
Reduced from a serious injury, Takehiro Tomiyasu, 26, is trying to recover and is looking for an opportunity to relaunch himself. He wore the Bologna shirt in Italy before moving to Arsenal’Arsenal. There would also be Samuel Umtiti, who did so well at Lecce. Unfortunately, injuries continue to plague him but he certainly does not lack desire. Finally, it is only right to mention also the name of Mario Balotelli. After the negative experience at Genoa, at 35 years old, he dreams of yet another opportunity to relaunch himself.
